After months of preparing and planning for your gastric sleeve surgery, you did it! The surgery was a success, and you’re recovering…but now what? Will the weight just melt away easily, or will you have to work for it? What about exercise and diet? This begs the ultimate question, how to lose weight after gastric […]
This article is an inside look at the complications associated with the Duodenal Switch Procedure. The duodenal switch is known to be one of the most effective forms of bariatric surgery for long-term weight loss in morbidly obese people. Although that sounds very appealing and you may be ready to have the surgery after reading […]
How much does a gastric sleeve cost? As a weight loss surgery patient myself, I know this question is at the top of the list. But it isn’t a simple question to answer as there are different things that can affect that final fateful number. Not to worry! You’ve got options. Insurance If you’ve got […]
Causes of Sharp left side pain or abdominal pain after gastric bypass Abdominal pain or left side pain is something that you may experience after having gastric bypass surgery. It is estimated that more than 50% of postoperative complaints and emergency room visits following gastric bypass surgery are related to abdominal pain. There are a […]
Gastric bypass surgery is a great option when weight loss hasn’t occurred through traditional means, such as diet and exercise. But sometimes, even after following all your doctor’s recommendations, significant complications still arise after your gastric bypass surgery, leading to the consideration of alternative options. In some cases, gastric bypass reversal is considered. To fully […]
Every bariatric surgery comes with its pros and cons. In this article we discuss the pros and cons of gastric bypass surgery. If you are frustrated from trying conventional methods of weight loss and not having success or you are looking to explore other options for weight loss, but you do not know if Gastric […]
The biggest benefit of gastric sleeve surgery it will allow you to lose a substantial amount of weight that was not otherwise attainable through regular diet and exercise. However, losing all that weight won’t just be body fat. It’s possible that you will also lose lean body mass, or muscle, in the process. Keeping this […]
What you should know if you are considering the gastric sleeve If you are thinking about taking the next step in your weight loss journey and you are interested in bariatric surgery, then this is the article for you. You will get an inside look at the pros and cons of the gastric sleeve, one […]
With the endless array of information available, deciding whether the gastric sleeve or gastric bypass procedure is best for you can be overwhelming. You’ve come to the right place, as we’ll be discussing the details of these surgeries, including risks and complications as well as the benefits of each. Gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and other […]
Most of you know what dumping syndrome is – maybe you’ve even experienced it. You probably also know what types of foods typically cause it. We will touch on both of those here. However, what I’d like to focus on is the importance of proper nutrition and behavior change. The two of these things not […]
Weight loss surgery is a great option for significant weight loss but many times, the resultant loose skin isn’t something you thought you’d have to deal with. Whenever massive weight loss occurs, especially in a relatively short amount of time, such as with weight loss surgery, loose skin will be left behind. This is an […]
You just had gastric sleeve surgery and you’re excited to finally start losing weight. After following your pre-surgery recommendations, you’re ready for the reward of weight loss. But what if losing weight takes longer than you expect? Or, what if you’re not losing weight after gastric sleeve surgery at all? These are valid concerns. Let’s […]
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age. PCOS can lead to obesity and a variety of other health conditions if left untreated. PCOS is estimated to affect approximately 5-10% of this population of women, including gastric sleeve and other bariatric patients. PCOS is estimated to affect approximately […]
